Operation Enduring Peace recovers 87 cattle, 24 sheep rustled by suspected locals in Plateau
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP) have recovered 87 cattle and 24 sheep during an offensive operation in Wase Local Government Area of Plateau State.
Security sources said the recovery was made at about 2:00 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 10, during offensive operations by troops of Sector 2, OPEP, around the outskirts of Zak village.
The recovered livestock were subsequently moved to the headquarters of Sector 2 for identification by leaders of the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN).
The sources said the identification process would facilitate the eventual handover of the animals to their rightful owners.
The recovery is part of ongoing security operations aimed at curbing cattle rustling, disrupting criminal activities and restoring the safety of farming and pastoral communities across Plateau State.
Troops are sustaining offensive operations in the area to deny criminal elements freedom of action.
